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• Make or buy a kite to celebrate Fly a Kite Day. A kite can be constructed from many common household products. You can find out how to make a kite here or here or here or here or even here...
• Make a kite safety poster. Flying kites can be a great spring activity. But there are rules to flying kites. For example, you should not fly kites near a power line.
• Hold a kite flying contest. This could be a community-wide activity or just a household project. Award prizes for the best in show, longest flying kite, biggest kite, smallest kite and most colorful kite. Prizes could be a free coupon to a favorite eating spot or a gift certificate for a favorite store. Or give away a free kite!
• Marvel at the cultural significance of kites. The first records of kite flying come from China, and many historians believe the tradition originated in that country. Today, kite flying is a significant activity in Asia, including China and Japan.
• Learn more about kite history.
• Learn more about kites. The first records of kites show that they were used in warfare. Today kites are flown to help weather prediction and for entertainment. Brainstorm other possible uses of kites.

• Try some actvities from DLTK Kids.
• Preschool kite theme from Frist School.
• More kite crafts form Arts & Crafts.
• Find ideas for crafts, games, and other activities.

Have fun on Fly A Kite Day! I hope that we have a nice breeze...

// posted by Tammy Wachter @ 5:23 AM